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ADAM MAKOWICZ / GEORGE MRAZ ~ CLASSIC JAZZ DUETS GOWI 04 ~ POLAND ~ Jazz Recorded: 1981Released: 1991 This is a wonderful live recording of a piano / bass duo concert by the great Polish pianist Adam MakowiczFind albums by this artist and Czech bassist George MrazFind albums by this artist. These two Eastern European virtuosi moved to the US in order to establish their international careers and both were victims of the Cold War politics. Mraz arrived in the US in 1968, soon after his country was invaded by the Russian tanks in an attempt to stop the Spring of Prague. Already a seasoned player at the time he was immediately absorbed into the Jazz scene and worked with the most famous names in the business. Makowicz arrived in the US in 1977 and his amazing talent and virtuosity was soon recognized by the US public and fellow musicians. This album finds the two musicians performing a set of Jazz standards, arranged for a duo, which are truly breathtaking. The level of interplay between the two musicians is telepathic and the intricate exchanges between keys and strings are delightful. Wholeheartedly recommended!
